Author: Carma Henry

Carma Lynn Henry Westside Gazette Newspaper 545 N.W. 7th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33311 Office: (954) 525-1489 Fax: (954) 525-1861

Logan Wells, a rising senior from Columbia, South Carolina, has been crowned Miss South Carolina’s Teen, becoming just the second African American woman to earn the title in the past 24 years. Her historic victory follows the groundbreaking achievement of Danielle Wilson, who was crowned in 2002 and remained the only African American titleholder until Wells’ recent win.

       Education has always been the ultimate bridge to opportunity. Across South Florida’s vibrant Caribbean community, families share a commitment to hard work, determination, and building a stronger legacy for the next generation. At Broward College, we honor that drive by providing a high-quality education that opens doors for our students and prepares them to seamlessly enter the workforce.

       As I watch today’s political climate, I’m troubled by efforts that seem to divide rather than unite. Too often, rhetoric fuels hostility, deepens distrust, and pits neighbor against neighbor. At a time when leadership should calm fears and inspire confidence, many Americans instead question motives and priorities.

       We are facing a coordinated, constitutional assault on Black political representation from the Governor’s mansion down. In a moment of crisis, you do not field an untested army. You send your most experienced, tenacious general. Debbie Wasserman Schultz has the seniority, the grit, and the national platform to break through the partisan blockade in Tallahassee and Washington. Her record of delivering resources to Broward’s diverse communities is indisputable. This election isn’t about dividing our community along racial lines; it is about uniting our community to defend our voting rights with the strongest weapon we have.

       Some people leave their mark through titles and accomplishments. Others leave their mark through kindness, consistency, and a lifetime of service to others. As family and friends prepare to celebrate her 90th birthday, Delois Bailey Porter stands as a shining example of a life well-lived and a legacy still growing.